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Vancouver Farmers Markets outdoor season runs into late Oct and early Nov 2026. Here are the fall schedules, hours, and tips for Trout Lake, Kitsilano, Riley Park, West End, Downtown, and more.
City of Coquitlam traffic signal commissioning at Clarke Road and Como Lake Avenue overnight September 9. Signals will be dark from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. with traffic control on site.
Surrey Langley SkyTrain shifts Fraser Highway between 140 Street and 96 Avenue from 24-hour closure to nightly closures starting September 7, 2026. Closures run 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. through December 20. Use 96 Avenue.
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Food, festivals and a few good reasons to get out.
Vancouver Farmers Markets outdoor season runs into late Oct and early Nov 2026. Here are the fall schedules, hours, and tips for Trout Lake, Kitsilano, Riley Park, West End, Downtown, and more.
Free and low-cost fall colour walks near Vancouver. Easy trails in Pacific Spirit, Stanley Park, Burnaby, North Shore, and Fraser Valley. Transit options, parking info, and practical tips for September and October 2026.
City of Coquitlam traffic signal commissioning at Clarke Road and Como Lake Avenue overnight September 9. Signals will be dark from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. with traffic control on site.
Surrey Langley SkyTrain shifts Fraser Highway between 140 Street and 96 Avenue from 24-hour closure to nightly closures starting September 7, 2026. Closures run 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. through December 20. Use 96 Avenue.
TAIWANfest runs Sept. 5-7 in downtown Vancouver with live music, artist market, exhibitions, workshops, and culinary programs. Free admission at multiple downtown venues.
Surrey Langley SkyTrain construction causes overnight lane restrictions and traffic stoppages on Fraser Highway between 168 Street and 184 Street, Sunday through Thursday nights until late September 2026. Use 80 Avenue, Highway 15, or 184 Street as alternates.
East Columbia Street in New Westminster has traffic changes through mid-November 2026 for Metro Vancouver sewer replacement. Northbound traffic must turn right onto Brunette Avenue. Detour to Sapperton and RCH via McBride Boulevard and 8th Avenue.
Crave Halal Fest runs Sept. 5-6 at Surrey Civic Plaza with halal food vendors, local retailers, artisans, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Free admission.
Surrey Langley SkyTrain construction blocks vehicle access at 138 Street and Fraser Highway 24/7 from July 6 to September 30, 2026. Drivers must use Whalley Boulevard or 140 Street. Cyclists and pedestrians can still use Fraser Highway paths.